The Relief Of Mafeking: How It Was Accomplished By Mahon's Flying Column, With An Account Of Some Earlier Episodes In The Boer War Of 1899-1900 (1900)

By Filson Young

Book Overview

""The Relief of Mafeking"" by Filson Young is a historical account of the events surrounding the Boer War of 1899-1900, specifically the successful relief of the besieged town of Mafeking. The book focuses on the efforts of Colonel Mahon and his ""flying column"" to break through Boer lines and reach the town, as well as earlier episodes in the war leading up to this pivotal moment.Young provides detailed descriptions of the battles and tactics used by both the British and Boer forces, as well as the political and social context of the conflict. He also includes personal accounts and anecdotes from soldiers and civilians involved in the events.Overall, ""The Relief of Mafeking"" offers a comprehensive and engaging look at a key moment in the Boer War, shedding light on the strategies and experiences of those involved.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104325365
• ISBN13: 9781104325367
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 316 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"